Port Otago Group’s business comprises a regional container terminal, bulk port activities, cruise and property investment and development. We service South Canterbury, Otago, and Southland, working with customers to streamline their supply chains. Our culture is hands-on, safety focused and encourages continuous improvement.
This is a great opportunity for someone to join our Dunedin Depot team as a Depot Operator. You will be an all-rounder and thrive on having variety in your work week, as you will be responsible for providing various duties associated with the day to day running of our Dunedin Container Depot.
While the port industry has traditionally attracted men, times are changing. We strongly encourage women to apply and investigate this opportunity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.
Duties include:
- Wash pad activities - surveying containers, identifying those needing repairs, cleaning of containers to MAF and customer standards and completing audit sheets as required.
- Repairer - carrying out the necessary repairs or upgrades to containers.
- Container Movement - operating our Sideloader’s which are responsible for the movement of empty containers to and from both road and rail transport and yard storage.
Hours of Work:
40 hours a week from Monday to Friday. Some flexibility to work overtime to meet operational requirements may be necessary.
The successful applicant will ideally have:
- The physical ability to undertake heavy labouring, with an excellent safety record.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable with computers as you will need to use our various systems.
- A demonstrated strong work ethic, availability, attendance, timekeeping skills, and a team player.
- Steel cutting, fabrication, welding, and painting experience would be advantageous.
- Ability to learn to operate heavy machinery or already able to operate heavy machinery.
Previous experience operating Large Forklifts or Side Loaders will be highly regarded although this is not essential as full training will be provided to the successful applicant. Shortlisted applicants will be taken through a computer-based assessment initially to see if you have got what it takes to operate heavy machinery.
What's in it for you?
- Opportunities for upskilling and career development.
- Health insurance paid for you and your partner and dependent children (valued at $4,000 p.a).
- Superannuation matched up to 7%
- Work alongside and learn from a fantastic team.
- We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.
Heads up
- A full clean NZ Drivers licence is essential, including an excellent driving record.
- A high standard of safety - not afraid to speak up.
- You must be able to pass Ministry of Justice, ACC checks and a medical which includes a drug and alcohol test as part of our recruitment process.
- Random drug and alcohol testing.
How do I apply?
Please apply directly via our Port Otago website to ensure your application is completed in full www.portotago.co.nz/careers
Please ensure that you include a copy of your up-to-date CV along with your application.
Expressions of interest outlining your suitability for this position are required to be submitted online by Sunday 28 May at 5pm.
